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TX HB5000

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Ben Bumgarner

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Changes eligibility requirement for moving image projects from being "filmed" to being "produced" in Texas, with at least 60% of the project required to be produced in the state

  • Expands the definition of "media production facility" to include parking lots or structures located adjacent to the facility that are designated for use by employees and clients

  • Removes the "solely" requirement for building renovations, allowing properties to be renovated for conversion into media production facilities even if renovation serves additional purposes

  • Removes the "solely" requirement for real property consisting of media production facilities, broadening eligibility for improvements, renovations, or expansions

  • Effective date: September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to Media Production Development Zones and the functions of the Texas Film Commission.

Property Interests

Last Action

Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism

4/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Culture, Recreation & Tourism4/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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